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Leaf Stitch Beanie
"Let your first project of the season be this free crochet beanie pattern! The days are getting shorter & cooler, so i’t time to break out your yarn you stored away all summer. To create the leaves we will be using the spike stitch. We will be creating chain spaces over 3 rows to create this look. Within these rows, you will be creating these spike stitches. Don’t worry. I will take you step by step in creating this hat pattern. Written and video tutorial included. Scroll down page for the complete pattern. Materials 5 mm hook Perfection Yarn: worsted weight 4 (2 colors)"
Crochet HookH/8 or 5 mm hook
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Finished Size21-22 inches